Waves from River Lapping Against Barge on June 2, 2012

The audio begins with a calming sound-scape dominated by the rhythmic lapping of waves from the Mississippi River against a large barge. It's a warm summer day on June 2, 2012, and the atmosphere is serene yet lively. The river, the heart of transportation in the region, is bustling with activity. The barge, a symbol of this activity, is sturdy and steadfast, unmoved by the constant splash of water against its hard exterior. The splash sounds are sporadic yet harmonious, painting an auditory image of water colliding with metal and then retreating, only to come back stronger. In the background, you can hear the distinctive call of a red-wing blackbird, a common sight in the region, its high-pitched trills adding another layer to the sound-scape. The field recording is so vivid that it almost transports you to the riverbank, where you can almost feel the spray of water and see the barge gliding through